Composite Materials
What are composite materials made of?
Two or more different materials combined together.
Name a place where honeycomb structures are used in real life.
Airplane wings or building panels.
Can concrete be considered a composite material?
Yes, it’s made of cement and gravel/sand!
List some industry where composite materials are used
Aerospace, Automotive, Renewable Energy, Construction, Space, Security, Sports, etc
What composite material is commonly used in cars?
Fiberglass or carbon fiber
Is the human bone a natural composite?
Yes! It is made of collagen and calcium
What’s the role of the matrix in a composite?
It holds everything together, like glue!
What type of composite is concrete?
Particle-reinforced composite (cement mixed with gravel or sand).
What insect inspired the design of honeycomb structures?
Bees
Why are honeycomb structures so strong yet light?
The hexagonal shape evenly distributes weight and uses less material.
What composite material is used in bulletproof vests to protect people?
Kevlar
Which famous piece of furniture is made from layered wood, a type of composite?
Plywood (used in chairs, tables, etc.).
What shape is the honeycomb structure based on?
Hexagons
What part of airplanes are honeycomb panels used for their design?
airplane wings
True or False: Some composite materials can be stronger than steel but weigh much less.
True!